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Bambooshay , St John - Secluded private villa in Coral Bay

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Beach/ocean view
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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
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Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51000 sq ft

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  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher

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St. John, VI
  • Popular LocationVirgin Islands National Park5 min walk
  • Popular LocationCinnamon Bay Beach16 min drive
  • Popular LocationTrunk Bay18 min drive
  • AirportSt. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)96 min drive

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20/10 Excellent

Peaceful & Private Great quiet location if you want to stay away from the crowds and tourists. Hiking, beaches, and smal...
Douglas C.
Feb 19, 2024

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bambooshay , St John - Secluded private villa in Coral Bay

Welcome back to Bambooshay, St. John! We are so happy to have Bambooshay again after a long three years since it was lost to Hurricane Irma. Bigger, better and much stronger than before, Bambooshay Villa has all the amenities of a luxury hotel but without the crowds!

This house is more than a vacation rental - it is our home. You will note the exquisite attention to detail we put into every aspect of the new villa when you arrive. We will retire here fully one day but for now we are happy to share it with you!

This two bedroom, two full bath villa is equipped with air conditioning in each bedroom, full sized stainless appliances (refrigerator/freezer, oven, stove, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer), quartz countertops, solid wood cabinets and doors and slate floors. It comes fully stocked with blender, toaster, coffee maker, small food processor, cooking utensils, pots and pans - everything you need to make yourself at home during your stay!

Walk out onto the deck overlooking Coral Bay you and your guests will enjoy soaking in the pool or hot tub, cooking out on the Weber grill or just relaxing with a beverage of your choice while taking in the views.

“Bambooshay” is a Creole word that means “enjoy yourself; have a good time.” Coined during Carnival season in the 1950’s, the word originates from “Bambula,” an old African dance that is carried out today through a unique “second line” dance that is performed to the beat of traditional New Orleans jazz. Revelers during carnival today are often heard yelling out “Bambooshay!” as they partake in the festivities of the season.

In a single word, Bambooshay embodies the spirit and attitude that we have found from the Caribbean to New Orleans, and we truly hope you will enjoy yourself and have a great time on St. John. Bambooshay!

Bambooshay Villa is located on Seagrape Hill in Coral Bay. Turn onto Seagrape Hill Road directly across from the fire station (if you get to Skinny Legs you went too far). Paved all the way up, we are located inside the automatic gate at the first left you can take.

We are ideally located between the best of the north shore beaches and those less travelled on the east end of the island. Your toes can be in the water within 10 minutes drive in either direction!

Book your trip today. St. John awaits you.

Keywords: villa, ocean view, pool, hot tub, upscale, paved, house, water

Property manager

Scott Hayes

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this villa is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of Virgin Islands National Park and Cinnamon Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Tortola Cruise Ship Port. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
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What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 5 min walk
  • Cinnamon Bay - 5 min drive
  • Maho Beach - 8 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 16 min drive
  • Trunk Bay - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lime Out - 18 min drive
  • Skinny Legs - 3 min walk
  • The Windmill Bar - 18 min drive
  • Greengo’s - 23 min drive
  • Maho Crossroads - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bambooshay , St John - Secluded private villa in Coral Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bambooshay , St John - Secluded private villa in Coral Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bambooshay , St John - Secluded private villa in Coral Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bambooshay , St John - Secluded private villa in Coral Bay located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Emmaus Moravian Church and Virgin Islands National Park. Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument and Hurricane Hole are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful mountain view
Peaceful & Private Great quiet location if you want to stay away from the crowds and tourists. Hiking, beaches, and small local family restaurants. Rent your jeep ( a must need) on St Thomas and ferry it over with your food for the week. Tammy, the property mgr. is the best!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness
Coral Bay Serenity
Bambooshay villa was the perfect getaway for what we enjoy. Perfectly located. Perched high on a hill with all the privacy one could ask for yet easy access to trails, grocery and restaurants. Located on the quiet end of the island. Views from the deck overlooking the perfectly sized infinity pool are world class. Tammy, the property manager, was the perfect host. Top notch communication and always willing to help with anything needed. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
We had a great stay at Bambooshay! The villa was well decorated and the view was phenomenal! When we were not out and about, we spent hours and hours in the pool, the hot tub and on the deck. Tammy was wonderful to deal with and was so helpful throughout our stay. Great experience - highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay @ Bambooshay!
The property has two well appointed bedrooms and bathrooms with working AC units. The pool/hot tub are small but perfect for a dip. Perfect location <10 min drive to all the major restaurants in Coral Bay (not super walkable due to the steep incline of the drive up). They also have three snorkel sets, a cooler, and four beach chairs to borrow along with many beach towels. Loved staying on this side of the island and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Sheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved Bambooshay Villa
The house, views, breezes, privacy, and quiet neighborhood exceeded our expectations, but the hot tub was not working properly. The hot tub was a primary reason for booking this villa, so we were quite disappointed that it could not be activated, never got over 95-degrees, and the jets were not working. The pool was unheated and far too cold to be enjoyable. We never did figure out how to control the living/dining room lights (with a remote) without impacting the ceiling light in the bedroom off the kitchen. The property manager, Tammy, was exceptional. She tried to get the hot tub working and treated the water, but it never was clear. She met us at the property and showed us how everything worked, checked in on us via text, took us grocery shopping, and we retained her for a tour of the island. We chose not to rent a vehicle because we were not comfortable driving on the left. It is not feasible to walk up or down Seagrape Hill to catch a bus (unless you are a marathoner), but we found two taxi drivers willing to accommodate us. Keep in mind that fares are per person and ran $15-20 each way, and luggage fees were additional. We would gladly stay at Bambooshay Villa again, IF the hot tub was in working order. We really enjoyed the Coral Bay side of St. John and agreed that having a vehicle is clearly advantageous!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
If looking for a remote experience away from Cruz Bay, I highly recommend Bambooshay in Coral Bay.
The house is a perfect 2 bedroom 2 bath for 2 couples or family with 2 small children. You’ll need to rent a car as Coral Bay is fairly remote, but the privacy and access to Hanson Bay (14 min), Salt Pond (14 min), Maho (12 min), & Francis Bay (12 min) are both excellent. House is well stocked. We made smoothies daily and hung in the jacuzzi nightly. There is a grocery albeit small and a smattering of eateries. And if interested in Skinny Legs, I’m not sure if you could get closer (Although not walkable for most due to the incline to and from).
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Coral Bay Getaway
Great location and very well stocked home. There are plenty of local bars and restaurants in Coral Bay and you’re a half hour to Cruz Bay. The house manager was communicative and responsive. This is our first time back since Irma and our first time staying in Coral Bay. If you like a little slower side of the island this is the place for you!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

SHAWN B., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
ESCAPE REALITY
We enjoyed our week away from the normal hustle of our everyday life and relaxed in this beautiful villa. It was perfect and had every possible need to make the vacation exceptional. We loved relaxing at the pool and the hot tube was an added bonus. Beautiful views added to our lazy days. Thank you for allowing us to visit the beautiful island again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louis C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in EVERY way!
We will absolutely stay here again on our next visit to St. John! Can't say enough good things about this place. The View! The Pool! The extras were icing on the cake. We took full advantage of the provided snorkel gear, beach chairs, beach towels, and ice chest. Since you're reading reviews on this place, go ahead and book it! You will not be disappointed. The Coral Bay area has plenty of markets and restaurants so don't be afraid to stay on this "slower" side of the island. While on Island, be sure to catch Mel Knapp at the Windmill Bar (among other places). He is a phenomenal guitar player!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!!!
Wonderful views and fantastic house! It was great for my 5 year old! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022